1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 18 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 755 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
