1997 Mazda 121 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 389 kg more than 1997 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 121 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
