1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, both 1995 Mazda MX-3 and 1995 Pontiac Sunfire were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 622 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Pontiac Sunfire (176 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | MX-3 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
