2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 22 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 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 665 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Freestar | Camira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2580 mm |
