2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 32 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Camaro |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |