1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 666 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 121 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
