1997 Honda Today vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 21 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 1,964 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1976 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Today | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
