1984 Holden Camira vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Previa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
