1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 121 | 626 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |