1996 Mazda Levante vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1996 Mazda Levante and 1996 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 269 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 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121. 1996 Mazda Levante 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. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Levante | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Levante | 121 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
