1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 83 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
