1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Cortina | Camira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
