1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2003 Mazda Demio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Demio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Demio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
