2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1970 ZIL 114
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2115 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 1970 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1970 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Mazda | ZIL |
| Model | Roadster | 114 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3770 mm |
