1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 580 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Avanti Avanti 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 1986 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Avanti | Holden |
| Model | Avanti | Camira |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
