1983 Holden Camira vs. 1971 Nissan President
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan President weights approximately 565 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 1971 Nissan President 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 1971 Nissan President. 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, 1971 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1971 Nissan President | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | President |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
