1989 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 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, 1989 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 130 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, 1989 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Camira | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Camira | 3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
