1978 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Camira weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1985 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Capri | Camira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 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 | 990 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
