1992 Mazda 121 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 121 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 121 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
