1999 Mazda 121 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 364 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda 121 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 121 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |