1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Because 1973 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 1973 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, 1983 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina. 1983 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1983 Holden Camira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Cortina | Camira |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 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 |