1985 Holden Camira vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 28 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 536 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Camira | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
