1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
