1993 Mazda 121 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1317 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 121 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 121 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
