Chevrolet Camaro 1980–1981 car dimensions: 5019 mm long, 1892 mm wide and 1250 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,540 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 201 litres.
Front bucket seats are standard. Air conditioning and cruise control are optional extras available across grades. Power windows, power door locks, tilt steering, and various radio options can be added. No electronic driver aids are fitted.
The coupe trunk holds around 200 litres with the rear seats in place.
Heavy-duty cooling is an available option. A sport suspension package is offered on some grades. Vehicle capacity weight is listed at 800 lbs.
Cabin uses full-foam bucket seats with optional driver adjustable seat back. Berlinetta adds custom interior trim, extra lighting and quiet sound insulation package. Optional removable glass roof panels open the top. Soft-ray tinted glass and air conditioning are available. Console and carpeting complete the sporty feel.
EPA fuel economy ranges 14-20 mpg city depending on engine and transmission.
Front disc and rear drum brakes. power brakes standard for 1981.
Power steering standard.
Deluxe seat and shoulder belts available. standard lap/shoulder belts.
Removable glass roof panels optional.
Oil and filter change every 3000 miles or 3 months.
Fuel economy varies by engine: base V6 returns about 19-20 mpg combined, mid V8s around 16-17 mpg, and Z28 350 about 14 mpg. Tank holds roughly 21 gallons for decent range on highway runs.
Servicing follows typical period schedules with oil changes at 3000-mile intervals. High-energy ignition and shared GM parts keep routine work straightforward. Transmission fluid and other fluids checked per owner manual guidance.
Safety kit centers on seat belts and front disc brakes with rear drums. No airbags or advanced restraints. Power brakes became standard in 1981. Structure includes double-shell roof for better rollover strength.
Keeping the car benefits from strong parts supply for body, engine and interior. Watch T-top seals and body flex if equipped. Vinyl seats and dashes wear with age but remain serviceable. Regular underbody checks help in salted regions.
Length 5019 mm, Width 1892 mm, Height 1250 mm, Wheelbase 2743 mm (Camaro 1980–1981)
Sources: manufacturer data and published specifications.