1983 Holden Camira vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 520 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2011 Toyota RAV4 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. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2659 mm |
