2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1594 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | RX-4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |