1983 Holden Camira vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 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 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2000 Toyota Corolla 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. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
