1994 Dodge Venom vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1994 Dodge Venom is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Venom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1994 Dodge Venom.
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, 1994 Dodge Venom (339 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm). This means 1994 Dodge Venom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Venom | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Venom | 121 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
