2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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 1989 Mazda 323. 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 (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
