1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 550 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Camira |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
