1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
