1984 Holden Camira vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1163 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 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Camira | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
