1994 Mazda 121 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1994 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 121 | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 121 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
