1988 Holden Camira vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 761 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Camira | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camira | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1811 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2857 mm |
