2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover | Montrose |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 55 L |