1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1979 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, both 1979 Mazda 121 and 1979 Vauxhall Chevette were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Chevette.
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 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 121 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
