1984 Holden Camira vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. Both 1984 Holden Camira and 1979 Opel Kadett are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett.
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, 1979 Opel Kadett (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Camira | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Camira | Kadett |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |