1984 Holden Camira vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 28 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 598 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.
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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Camira | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
