1985 Holden Camira vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 935 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira. 2012 Honda Pilot 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. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2774 mm |
