1984 Holden Camira vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 15 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 544 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.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1999 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
