1985 Holden Camira vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 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 1978 Lada 1600. 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, 1985 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Camira | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
