2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 21 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 598 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Bonneville | Camira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
