1984 Holden Camira vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira.
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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camira | Citi |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
