1966 Renault 8 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 8 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
