1983 Holden Camira vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 602 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 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Holden Camira | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Camira | Outback |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |