2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 596 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Five Hundred | 121 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |