1983 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 509 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 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Camira | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
