1985 Ford Capri vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Ford Capri is newer by 1 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Capri 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 1985 Ford Capri. 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Capri | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Camira |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |