1984 Holden Camira vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1279 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 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camira | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2893 mm |
