2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira.
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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 5 | Camira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
