1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 535 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 1991 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 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Camira |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
