2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121.
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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 121 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2520 mm |
