1983 Holden Camira vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 345 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 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 1999 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Camira | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
