1979 Mazda 121 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 634 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 121 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
