1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 ZIL 4104 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2375 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-2 | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mazda | ZIL |
| Model | RX-2 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3340 mm |
