1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | 929 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |