1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 38 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 177 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Etude |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1594 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
