1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
