1984 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 23 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camira | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
