1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Falcon 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 1981 Ford Falcon. 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 1985 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Falcon | Camira |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
