1984 Holden Camira vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Falcon 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 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Camira | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
