1982 Holden Camira vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1982 Holden Camira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Camira weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Camira | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Camira | Accord |
Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |