1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro 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 26 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
