1984 Holden Camira vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 780 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 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
