1978 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Mazda 121
To start off, 1992 Mazda 121 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1978 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1992 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
