2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Rover 75.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 3 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
