1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira. 1985 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Discovery | Camira |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
