1988 Holden Camira vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 22 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 965 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Holden Camira 2010 SsangYong Rexton
Make Holden SsangYong
Model Camira Rexton
Year Released 1988 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2830 mm


 

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