1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore.
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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
