1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
