1983 Holden Camira vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 8 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 276 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Camira | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
