2008 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 24 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1841 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.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Crown Victoria | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Crown Victoria | Camira |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2580 mm |