2001 Acura CL vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 589 kg more than 1996 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 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | CL | 121 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
