2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1122 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Touareg | Camira |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2137 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2580 mm |
