1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
