1978 Mazda 121 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 (132 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 121 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 121 | 190 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |