1985 Holden Camira vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 541 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Camira | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
