1984 Holden Camira vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 20 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 530 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 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Camira | Baja |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
