1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 10 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 weights approximately 16 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Mazda | TVR |
Model | 121 | 400 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |