1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Luce |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
