1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Holden Camira

To start off, both 1982 Chevrolet Corvette and 1982 Holden Camira were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 417 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1982 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira, 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Corvette 1982 Holden Camira
Make Chevrolet Holden
Model Corvette Camira
Year Released 1982 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 86 HP
Torque 386 Nm 125 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1457 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2580 mm


 

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