1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Ford F-150

To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 147 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.

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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Chevrolet Camaro 1999 Ford F-150
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Camaro F-150
Year Released 1980 1999
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4375 cc 4604 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 123 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 291 Nm 393 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5740 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3520 mm


 

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