1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang.

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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Mustang 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Mustang Camaro
Year Released 1992 2011
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2302 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 106 HP 426 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1389 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2852 mm


 

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