1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 196 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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
