1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1974 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Centurion | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2320 mm |
