1983 Holden Camira vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt 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 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 90 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.
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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Camira | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
