1982 Holden Camira vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 830 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 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Camira | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Camira | Retona |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |