1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Toyota Model F 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Model F weights approximately 166 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121.
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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 121 | Model F |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |