1983 Holden Camira vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 644 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Camira | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Camira | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3250 mm |