1974 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 450 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-3 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-3 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2240 mm |
