1977 Mazda 121 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1270 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 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 121 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2615 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |