1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Mazda 5

To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1990 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 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Camaro 2011 Mazda 5
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Camaro 5
Year Released 1990 2011
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3133 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 190 km/hour 182 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4585 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1615 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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