1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Camaro | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4375 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
