1989 Holden Camira vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 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. Both 1989 Holden Camira and 2006 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
