1986 Holden Camira vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 389 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2675 mm |
