2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 3111 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
