2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 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 86 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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 1978 Mazda 929. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
