1984 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 820 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camira | Colt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
