1984 Holden Camira vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1989 Lotus Elan is newer by 5 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Elan weights approximately 5 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, 1989 Lotus Elan (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Camira | Elan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
