1984 Holden Camira vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Xedos 6 weights approximately 125 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, 1998 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Xedos |
| Model | Camira | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
