1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
