1984 Holden Camira vs. 1988 Holden Camira

To start off, 1988 Holden Camira 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Camira weights approximately 35 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.

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, 1988 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Holden Camira 1988 Holden Camira
Make Holden Holden
Model Camira Camira
Year Released 1984 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 83 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm


 

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