1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 114 L |
