2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 9,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (770 HP) has 706 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 316 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (926 Nm) has 825 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 9371 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 770 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 926 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 114.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 114.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 41 L |
