1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1998 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Falcon |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |