Proteg� vs RX-3
Mazda · Mazda
1/4 Mile winner
RX-3
Beats the Proteg� by 0.05s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the RX-3 beats the Proteg� by a hair, finishing 0.05 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the RX-3 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
125 hp
110 hp
0–100 km/h
9s
8.9s
Top speed
185 km/h
180 km/h
Engine
1.8L Inline-4
1.2L Rotary
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
170 Nm
145 Nm
Price
$16,500
$17,500
Simulated race times
Distance
Proteg�
RX-3
100 m
7.427s
7.365s
1/8 mile
11.017s
10.947s
1/4 mile
16.650s
16.596s
1 km
30.179s
30.280s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Proteg� is $16,500 vs $17,500 for the RX-3 — a $1,000 gap. Power: Proteg� makes 15 hp more (125 vs 110). Top speed: Proteg� runs to 185 km/h, 5 km/h higher than RX-3.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Proteg� or the RX-3?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the RX-3 is faster, beating the Proteg� by 0.05 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Proteg� vs the RX-3?
The Proteg� hits 100 km/h in 9 seconds, while the RX-3 does it in 8.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Proteg� produces 125 hp; the RX-3 produces 110 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Proteg� tops out at 185 km/h, and the RX-3 reaches 180 km/h.
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