1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | 929 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |