1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 6491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
