1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 467 kg more than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |