1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000.
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, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 1984 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
