2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 24 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 15 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.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Veracruz | Camira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
