1992 BMW 332 vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 13 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 306 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 332 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
