1996 Infiniti G20 vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1996 Infiniti G20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 181 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Infiniti G20 (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121. 1996 Infiniti G20 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Infiniti G20 | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | G20 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
