1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Camaro and 1989 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
Because 1989 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 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323, 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
