1983 Holden Camira vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 25 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1365 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 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | Quest |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
