1985 Audi 200 vs. 1985 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1985 Audi 200 and 1985 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1985 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
