2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 93 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1753 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |