1978 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1983 Talbot Tagora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 405 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora 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 | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Mazda | Talbot |
Model | RX-3 | Tagora |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 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 | 850 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |