1983 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1570 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 Mahindra Scorpio 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 Mahindra Scorpio 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 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Holden | Mahindra |
| Model | Camira | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
