1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 478 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Taurus |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |