1979 Mazda 121 vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 23 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 121 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |