1982 Holden Camira vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Holden Camira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 660 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1982 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1982 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Camira | 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Camira | Toronado |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |