1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 6 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (145 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. (251 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camaro | Starion |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
