1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 715 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-3. 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 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Ranchero | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ranchero | RX-3 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |