1989 Holden Camira vs. 2008 Peugeot 207

To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 19 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, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 200 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Holden Camira 2008 Peugeot 207
Make Holden Peugeot
Model Camira 207
Year Released 1989 2008
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 119 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2550 mm


 

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