1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, both 1979 Mazda 121 and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 121 | 300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 87 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3430 mm |