1978 Mazda 121 vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 16 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 121 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith.
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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 121 | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Mazda | TVR |
Model | 121 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |