1993 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Trans Sport | Camira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
