1978 Mazda 121 vs. 1978 Pontiac Lemans
To start off, both 1978 Mazda 121 and 1978 Pontiac Lemans were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Lemans is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Lemans weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 Mazda 121.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 121 | 1978 Pontiac Lemans | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 121 | Lemans |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
