1984 Holden Camira vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 30 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Holden Camira 2009 Toyota Tacoma
Make Holden Toyota
Model Camira Tacoma
Year Released 1984 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 111 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2790 mm