1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 1984 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | RX-7 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
