1975 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 800 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda RX-3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mazda RX-3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda RX-3 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mazda | Buick |
Model | RX-3 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2820 mm |