1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Camaro | TF |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
