1984 Holden Camira vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1034 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Camira | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Camira | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |