1964 Renault 8 vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Camira weights approximately 162 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8. 1985 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1964 Renault 8 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:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 1985 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | 8 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
