1974 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 16 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 940 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-3 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2290 mm |
