1971 GAZ 24 vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 GAZ 24 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 24 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
