1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1977 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | V6 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
