1983 Holden Camira vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Infiniti I is newer by 20 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti I weights approximately 472 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, 2003 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2003 Infiniti I 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. 2003 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Camira | I |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
