1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 6 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, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 263 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
