1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 16 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 422 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | 121 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
