2001 Lincoln LS vs. 1978 Mazda 121
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 557 kg more than 1978 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lincoln LS | 1978 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | LS | 121 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
