2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1027 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Touareg | Camira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1153 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
