1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Ford GT
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 427 kg more than 1983 Ford GT. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Ford GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |