1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1985 ZIL 4104

To start off, both 1985 Mazda RX-7 and 1985 ZIL 4104 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 146 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2423 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7. 1985 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1985 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1985 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Mazda RX-7 1985 ZIL 4104
Make Mazda ZIL
Model RX-7 4104
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2292 cc 7691 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary V
Horse Power 165 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 608 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 912 kg 3335 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5750 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3340 mm


 

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