1999 Mazda 121 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 219 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 121 | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 121 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
