1983 Holden Camira vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1991 Porsche 944 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 944 weights approximately 360 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 1991 Porsche 944 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 1991 Porsche 944. 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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Camira | 944 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
