1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 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 1975 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, both vehicles can yield 338 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 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 | 144 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 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 |
