1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 581 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Continental | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 121 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
