1996 Mazda 121 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 14 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 629 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 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 121 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
