1989 Holden Camira vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 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. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Camira | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
