1984 Holden Camira vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 10 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 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 195 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camira | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
