1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 336 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | 121 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
