2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 32 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-150 | 121 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |