1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 365 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Escort |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |