startup rpm

[geordie <clarke@telus.net>]

I have been wondering about this for a while, when I start up my '82
coupe, it only revs at idle speed when cold, around 800-900 rpm, and it
doesn't keep itself at 1500rpm like most cars do when they are cold.
What would cause this? I would like to know if my car is supposed to
keep itseld above 1000rpm when initially started like most other cars, I
can't imagine I should need to keep my foot on the gas.

thanks,

Geordie Clarke