1985 Holden Camira vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 10 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 1,982 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 375 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Camira | 850 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
