1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Aerostar | 121 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
