1974 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 117 (297 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1990 kg more than 1974 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, 1971 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-2 | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Mazda | ZIL |
| Model | RX-2 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3310 mm |
