1983 Holden Camira vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Toyota Crown is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 230 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 1985 Toyota Crown 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 1985 Toyota Crown. 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, 1985 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 1985 Toyota Crown 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. 1985 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Camira | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Camira | Crown |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |