2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 26 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 37 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda RX-3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda RX-3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Pride Wagon | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
