1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
