1991 Mazda 121 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1991 Mazda 121 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 121 | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 121 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 91 L |
