1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 450 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Camaro | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |