1985 Holden Camira vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 325 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Camry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
