2000 Mazda 121 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2000 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, 1977 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 121 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 121 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
