2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 813 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 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Liberty (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Liberty | Camira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
