1985 Holden Camira vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Camira weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4.
Because 1988 Morgan 4 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 1988 Morgan 4. 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, 1988 Morgan 4 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Camira | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
