2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 17 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 307 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Bonneville | Camira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
