1973 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 38 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mazda RX-3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-3 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | RX-3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
