1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | 3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1363 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |