1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
