1975 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 902 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Escort | Camaro |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |