1984 Holden Camira vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 24 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 349 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camira | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
