1992 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 635 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mazda AZ-1 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 1992 Mazda AZ-1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | AZ-1 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
