1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 3110 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2692 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
