1977 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 490 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 121 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 121 | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
