1983 Holden Camira vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 28 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. Both 1983 Holden Camira and 2011 Nissan Livina are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1365 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, 2011 Nissan Livina (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | Livina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
