1978 Ford Cortina vs. 1994 Mazda 121
To start off, 1994 Mazda 121 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Cortina 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 121, 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, 1978 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 1994 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | 121 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |