1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 18 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Mustang |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |