2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1991 Mazda 121
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 580 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1991 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Defender | 121 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
