1978 Mazda RX3 Specifications
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Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1971 - 1978 |
| Price : | $4,150 |
| Weight : | 2210 lbs | 1002.439 kg |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 10.8 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 185 km/h | 114.978 mph |
Engine & Transmission
| Rotary 2 | cast iron rotors | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1146 cc | 69.9 cu in. | 1.1 L. |
| Power : | 95 BHP (69.92 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 102 Ft-Lbs (138 NM) @ 4000 RPM |
| Compression : | 9.4:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 2 |
| Cylinder Block : | Light Alloy |
| Wankel with 2 coaxial 3-Lobe Rotars | |
| Ignition system : | 1 4-barrel carb |
4 Manual , Automatic Available in only certain states
Production Figures
| Total Mazda Production for 1978 : | 75,309 |
| 1978 Mazda RX3 | |
Dimension(s)
Coupe
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 160.0 in | 4064 mm. |
| Width : | 63.0 in | 1600 mm. |
| Height : | 54.0 in | 1372 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 91.0 in | 2311 mm. |
| Front Track : | 51.0 in | 1295 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 51.0 in | 1295 mm. |
Handling
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Rack and Pinion |
1978 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $17,000 |
| Avg. Home : | $54,800 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.63 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1978 Mazda RX3?
Q: How fast is the 1978 Mazda RX3? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 has a top speed of 185 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1978 Mazda RX3? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 has a wheelbase size of 91.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1978 Mazda RX3? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 has a length of 160.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1978 Mazda RX3? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 has a width of 63.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1978 Mazda RX3 cost when new?A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 had a base price of approximately $4,150 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1978 Mazda RX3? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 was a Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Mazda produce in 1978? A: Mazda produced 75,309 automobiles in 1978.Q: What engine did the 1978 Mazda RX3 have? A: The engine powering the 1978 Mazda RX3 was a Rotary 2 (1146 cc | 69.9 cu in. | 1.1 L.) with 95 BHP (69.92 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 102 Ft-Lbs (138 NM) @ 4000 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 1978 Mazda RX3 have? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Manual, Automatic Available in only certain states.
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Q: How fast is the 1978 Mazda RX3? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 has a top speed of 185 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1978 Mazda RX3? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 has a wheelbase size of 91.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1978 Mazda RX3? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 has a length of 160.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1978 Mazda RX3? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 has a width of 63.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1978 Mazda RX3 cost when new?A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 had a base price of approximately $4,150 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1978 Mazda RX3? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 was a Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Mazda produce in 1978? A: Mazda produced 75,309 automobiles in 1978.Q: What engine did the 1978 Mazda RX3 have? A: The engine powering the 1978 Mazda RX3 was a Rotary 2 (1146 cc | 69.9 cu in. | 1.1 L.) with 95 BHP (69.92 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 102 Ft-Lbs (138 NM) @ 4000 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 1978 Mazda RX3 have? A: The 1978 Mazda RX3 had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Manual, Automatic Available in only certain states.- 1978 Mazda RX3 Menu
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