2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 7,962 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2080 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1969 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Mazda | ZIL |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 114 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3770 mm |
