1975 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 38 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1531 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
