1988 Holden Camira vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 21 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, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1169 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, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Camira | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camira | Kombi |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
