1983 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1983 Chevrolet Camaro and 1983 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 1983 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 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord, 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, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |