1979 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1977 Mazda 121 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mazda 121. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 121 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
