1989 Holden Camira vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 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, 1989 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Camira | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Camira | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
