1986 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 35 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.
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, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
