1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 586 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 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
