2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Ford Festiva

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 633 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Camaro 1987 Ford Festiva
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Camaro Festiva
Year Released 2000 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3390 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 74.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 75.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2300 mm


 

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