1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 121 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
