1993 Mazda 121 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Mazda 121 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 121 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 121 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
