1976 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 35 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1817 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | RX-3 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
