1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 478 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Capri |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
