1977 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Nissan Laurel is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 538 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-3 | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-3 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
