1983 Holden Camira vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1400 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Camira | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Camira | Discovery |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |