1985 Holden Camira vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza

To start off, both 1985 Holden Camira and 1985 Isuzu Piazza were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 265 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.

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, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Holden Camira 1985 Isuzu Piazza
Make Holden Isuzu
Model Camira Piazza
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 83 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2510 mm


 

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