2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1558 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | Luce |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |