1983 Holden Camira vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 695 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 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Camira | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Camira | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |