1978 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda RX-3 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-3 | 300 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 3005 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |