1983 Holden Camira vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 310 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Camira | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
