1985 Mazda 121 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1221 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1985 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 1985 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 121 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1138 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
