1977 Mazda 121 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1983 Volvo 760 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 195 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.
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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 121 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 121 | 760 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |