1985 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 22 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 349 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 121 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1138 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
