1977 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 33 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza 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 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-3 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
