2012 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 219 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Polo | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Polo | Camira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1269 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
