1977 Mazda 121 vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 670 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 1977 Mazda 121 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mazda 121. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 121 | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 121 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
