1983 Holden Camira vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 385 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 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camira | Bora |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
