1983 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, both 1983 Mitsubishi Starion and 1983 Holden Camira were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 85 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 1983 Mitsubishi Starion 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 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 1983 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Mitsubishi Starion | 1983 Holden Camira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
Model | Starion | Camira |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1040 kg |