1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 206 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.
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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | 121 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |