1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 675 kg more than 1979 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | 616 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 910 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 |