1976 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 19 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 535 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.
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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-3 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2740 mm |
