2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang 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 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Camira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
