1977 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage 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 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | RX-3 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
