1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 4 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 316 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 121 | 959 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |