1974 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 22 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 400 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique 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 | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Mazda | Venturi |
Model | RX-3 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |