1984 Holden Camira vs. 2004 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 20 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 520 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 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Camira | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 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 |
