1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1981 Mazda 121
To start off, 1981 Mazda 121 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Espada | 1981 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Espada | 121 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |