1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 1967 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 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4958 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
