1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | Luce |
Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |