2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1978 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1978 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Viper | RX-3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |