1982 Holden Camira vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira.
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, 1998 Mazda 323 (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Camira | 323 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
