1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 23 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 650 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | S-10 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2320 mm |
