1983 Holden Camira vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 278 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
