1998 Mazda 121 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 339 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 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 121 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3710 mm |
