1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800.
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, 1969 Volvo 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 121 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |