1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1991 Tata Estate
To start off, 1991 Tata Estate is newer by 12 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) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1991 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tata Estate weights approximately 506 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1991 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 121 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
