1983 Holden Camira vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 18 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 480 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 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2001 Toyota Altezza 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. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
