1998 Honda NSX vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 236 kg more than 1979 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 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | 121 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |