1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 545 kg more than 1976 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
