1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 319 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva 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. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 121 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
