1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |