1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1610 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 13 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1610 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
