1977 Mazda 121 vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 121 | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
