1983 Holden Camira vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 22 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 641 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
