1998 Ford Galaxy vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1998 Ford Galaxy and 1998 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 688 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ford Galaxy (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Galaxy | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Galaxy | 121 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |