1983 Holden Camira vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 12 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 260 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 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Camira | 968 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
