1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1979 Triumph TR8
To start off, both 1979 Mazda 121 and 1979 Triumph TR8 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR8 (155 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR8.
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 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 121 | TR8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
