1977 Mazda 121 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 430 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 121 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 121 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2616 mm |
