1986 Holden Camira vs. 1982 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Stanza would be higher. Both 1986 Holden Camira and 1982 Nissan Stanza are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Nissan Stanza. 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, 1982 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira. 1982 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 1982 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
