1981 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, both 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix and 1981 Chevrolet Camaro were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,953 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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. 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1981 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Prix | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4953 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
