1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
