1987 Holden Camira vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 474 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira. 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Camira | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Camira | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2616 mm |
