2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1563 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Acadia | Camira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
