1977 Mazda 121 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 860 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 121 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 121 | S |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |