1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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 Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Chevelle | 3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
