1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 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 86 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 510 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |