1986 Holden Camira vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 1986 Holden Camira and 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Holden Camira 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Holden Mitsubishi
Model Camira Lancer
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1467 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 83 HP 74 HP
Torque 126 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2390 mm