1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Mazda 6

To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Camaro 2003 Mazda 6
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Camaro 6
Year Released 1967 2003
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 196 km/hour 194 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 64 L


 

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