1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Mazda 121
To start off, 1991 Mazda 121 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda 121 (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 121, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1991 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | 121 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 43 L |