1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1983 Holden Camira | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Roadmaster | Camira |
Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |