1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Ford Capri | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Capri |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |