1974 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 20 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 550 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 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 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-3 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
