1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 11 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Because 1979 Mazda 121 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mazda 121. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 121 | Capri |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |