1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 800 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic, 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1333 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
