1978 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Skoda L is newer by 12 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 1,963 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Skoda L weights approximately 35 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, 1978 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-3 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | RX-3 | L |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
