1983 Holden Camira vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Nissan Cedric is newer by 5 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Cedric (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 430 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 1988 Nissan Cedric 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 1988 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1988 Nissan Cedric (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
