1991 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1302 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 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 121 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 121 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
