2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1565 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Mazda | ZIL |
| Model | RX-8 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3310 mm |
