1994 Ford Laser vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser 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. Both 1994 Ford Laser and 1986 Holden Camira are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser.
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, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser. 1986 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Laser | Camira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
