1981 Mazda 121 vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Marauder (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 755 kg more than 1981 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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 121 | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 121 | Marauder |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |