1983 Holden Camira vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 69 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Camira | Neon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
