1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 876 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | 1000 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |