1981 Mazda 121 vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 31 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 838 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 121 | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Mazda | Maybach |
| Model | 121 | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3828 mm |
