2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 26 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 522 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | 121 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
