2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 620 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Camira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
