1982 Toyota Century vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 755 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Century 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 1982 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1982 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Century | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Century | Camira |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
