2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Pilot | RX-3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |