1994 Ford Contour vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 227 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Contour | Camira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
