1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac 6239D would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 876 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | 6239D | 121 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2520 mm |