1998 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 544 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 121 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 121 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
