1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
