2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 775 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | Town & Country | Camira |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |