2000 Mazda 121 vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 560 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.
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, 2001 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121. 2001 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 121 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 121 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
