1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 496 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 929 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
