1990 Ford Granada vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
