1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 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 90 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
