1983 Holden Camira vs. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, both 1983 Holden Camira and 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1060 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 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Camira | 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
Model | Camira | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |