2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1992 Mazda 121
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1752 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1992 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 121 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
