1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce.
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 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | Luce |
Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |