1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 754 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2852 mm |
