1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
