1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, both 1983 GMC Suburban and 1983 Holden Camira were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 1983 Holden Camira | |
Make | GMC | Holden |
Model | Suburban | Camira |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |