1977 Mazda 121 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 915 kg more than 1977 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Mazda 121 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 1977 Mazda 121. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 121 | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 121 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2615 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |