1985 Holden Camira vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 137 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Camira | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Camira | Corona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |