1984 Holden Camira vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 6 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 266 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Camira | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
