1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 15 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 595 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman. 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1983 Holden Camira | |
Make | Daewoo | Holden |
Model | Chairman | Camira |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |