1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 616 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
