1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 17 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Escape |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
