1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 32 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion.
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, 2011 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 (252 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion. 2011 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1979 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2728 mm |
