1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 287 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
