2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,615 cc (2 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 121 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1977 Mazda 121 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Terios | 121 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
