1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 153 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
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 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Vega | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
