1999 Mazda 121 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 929 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 121 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
