1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 457 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Camira |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |