1987 Holden Camira vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 22 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 634 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Camira | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
