2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tracker | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2320 mm |
