1984 Holden Camira vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 13 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Camira | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
