1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, both 1984 Ford Fiesta and 1984 Holden Camira were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1984 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Fiesta | Camira |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |