1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante 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 93 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 955 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Chante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4375 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
