1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
