1984 Holden Camira vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 15 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 555 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.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Camira | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Camira | Berlina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |