1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1991 Mazda 121
To start off, 1991 Mazda 121 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 955 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Lincoln Continental 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 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 121, 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 1991 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 121 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6554 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2400 mm |
