1986 Holden Camira vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camira | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
