1983 Holden Camira vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
