1982 Holden Camira vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
