1974 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1993 Toyota Previa is newer by 19 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 765 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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa 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 | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-3 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
