1989 Holden Camira vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 23 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 2012 Mazda 5 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 435 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Camira | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Camira | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
