1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1996 Ford Mustang and 1996 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 399 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | 121 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |