2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 18 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 737 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Camira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
