1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2102 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Mazda | ZIL |
| Model | 323 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3310 mm |
