1985 Mazda 121 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 835 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 121 | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 121 | Passat |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1138 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |