1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
