1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Mazda 121
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | 121 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |