1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
