1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 352 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 73 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
