2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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 1986 Mazda 929. 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | 929 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |