1988 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Camira | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
