1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | Luce |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |