1983 Ford GT vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1983 Ford GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1983 Ford GT.
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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford GT | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 121 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
