2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 509 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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Camira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2580 mm |
