1998 Mazda 121 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 839 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121. 2012 Audi A5 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. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 121 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | 121 | A5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |