1978 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 285 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 100 NX 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 | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-3 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
