2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Escort |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |