1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 775 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | 1000 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |