1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 11 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Cortina | Camira |
Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |