1983 Holden Camira vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 664 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 2010 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2010 Ford Falcon 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. 2010 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Camira | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2838 mm |
