1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 27 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Econovan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |