1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Mazda 818

To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 413 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Camaro 1978 Mazda 818
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Camaro 818
Year Released 1993 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3392 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2320 mm


 

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