1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro 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 108 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2990 mm |
