1973 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 525 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-3 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2590 mm |
