2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1991 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1991 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | LR2 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
