1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1978 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1978 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Azure | 121 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2520 mm |
