1982 Holden Camira vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 27 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 820 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 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Patriot (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Camira | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
