1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 1982 Volvo 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 240 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 240 weights approximately 156 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, 1982 Volvo 240 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 121 | 240 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
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 | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |