2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Camira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
