1983 Holden Camira vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 195 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 1993 Toyota MR2 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 1993 Toyota MR2. 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Camira | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Camira | MR2 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |