1983 Holden Camira vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 16 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 700 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Camira | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Camira | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |