1996 Mazda 121 vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 13 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121. 2009 Nissan Titan 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. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 121 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3560 mm |
