1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 58 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Mustang |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 1550 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |