1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 19 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |