1973 Lincoln Continental vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1200 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lincoln Continental | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 121 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2520 mm |
