1981 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 26 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 994 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 121 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 121 | Navara |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |