1977 Buick Estate vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 840 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 1977 Buick Estate 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 1977 Buick Estate. 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1983 Holden Camira | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Estate | Camira |
Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |