2011 Ford F-150 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1286 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 2011 Ford F-150 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 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | Camira |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2326 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2580 mm |
