1976 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-3 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
