1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 292 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |