1990 Toyota Starlet vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Camira weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 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 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 1988 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Starlet | 1988 Holden Camira | |
Make | Toyota | Holden |
Model | Starlet | Camira |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |