2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda RX-4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
