1983 Holden Camira vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 364 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Camira | 307 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
