1986 Holden Camira vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 705 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Camira | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
