2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 158 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | 626 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |