1978 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 29 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 793 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 121 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 121 | Navara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |