1999 Mazda 121 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 121 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 121 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
