2000 Mazda 121 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 121 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 121 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2000 Mazda 121 (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda 121 | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 121 | Today |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |