1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
Because 1971 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 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6, 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
