1977 Mazda 121 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 121 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 121 | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |