2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Ford LTD

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 377 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. 1977 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Camaro 1977 Ford LTD
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Camaro LTD
Year Released 2000 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3390 cc 5763 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3080 mm


 

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