1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 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 | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
