1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 606 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | 616 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |