1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter

To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro 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 21 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.

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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Chevrolet Camaro 2007 Mazda Drifter
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Camaro Drifter
Year Released 1975 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 2606 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3010 mm


 

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