1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1989 Holden Camira

To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 850 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Explorer 1989 Holden Camira
Make Ford Holden
Model Explorer Camira
Year Released 1995 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2580 mm


 

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