1982 Holden Camira vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 28 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 697 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2779 mm |
