1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion.
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, 1984 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1984 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 121 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1125 kg |
