1981 Mazda 121 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 30 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 121 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
