1984 Holden Camira vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camira | SP |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
