1979 Mazda 121 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 25 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 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Mazda | TVR |
Model | 121 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |