1998 Rover 75 vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1988 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Rover | Holden |
| Model | 75 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
