1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
