1997 Mazda 121 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 16 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 759 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 121 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | 121 | M |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
