1996 Mazda 121 vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1407 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 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 121 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3560 mm |
