1983 Holden Camira vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 145 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 1965 Holden EH 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 1965 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 1965 Holden EH 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. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Camira | EH |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
