1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
