1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 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 264 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 700 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
