2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover Sport | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |