2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |