1991 Mazda 121 vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1991 Mazda 121 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Cressida (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1987 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 121, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Cressida (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 121 | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
