1983 Holden Camira vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Camira weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Camira | 205 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
