1979 Ford LTD vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | LTD | 121 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |