1977 Mazda 121 vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 24 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 500 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, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 121 | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 121 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
