1984 Holden Camira vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 24 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 580 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 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Camira | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
