RX-3 vs Proteg�
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
110 hp
125 hp
0–100 km/h
8.9s
9s
Top speed
180 km/h
185 km/h
Engine
1.2L Rotary
1.8L Inline-4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
145 Nm
170 Nm
Price
$17,500
$16,500
Simulated race times
Distance
RX-3
Proteg�
100 m
7.365s
7.427s
1/8 mile
10.947s
11.017s
1/4 mile
16.596s
16.650s
1 km
30.280s
30.179s
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 (110 vs 125). Top speed: Proteg� runs to 185 km/h, 5 km/h higher than RX-3.
FAQ
Which is faster, the RX-3 or the Proteg�?
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 RX-3 vs the Proteg�?
The RX-3 hits 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds, while the Proteg� does it in 9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The RX-3 produces 110 hp; the Proteg� produces 125 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The RX-3 tops out at 180 km/h, and the Proteg� reaches 185 km/h.
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