1985 Holden Camira vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 270 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 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Camira | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
