2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1476 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. 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 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1970 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1970 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
