1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Ford F-150

To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Camaro 2010 Ford F-150
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Camaro F-150
Year Released 1990 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3133 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 138 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 2410 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5885 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2004 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1887 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 98 L


 

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