1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Camaro and 1989 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1989 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 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323, 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
