1985 Holden Camira vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 910 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Camira | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
