1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
