1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 14 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 520 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Intrigue | Camira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
