1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Mustang |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |