1994 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 104 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
