1987 Holden Camira vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 635 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira. 2003 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Camira | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
