1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 130 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 1985 Ford RS 200 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 RS 200. 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | RS 200 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
