1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1978 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 674 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.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1978 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
