2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang 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 53 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 153 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. 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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |