1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Camira (83 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira. 1985 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1985 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | A 109 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
