1982 Holden Camira vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 190 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Camira | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
