1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Familia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
