1977 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 34 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1890 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
| Model | RX-3 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 127 L |
