1981 Mazda 121 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1981 Mazda 121 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 121 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 121 | 240 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3005 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |