1986 Holden Camira vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 8 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
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, 1994 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Camira | 480 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 143 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 | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
