1983 Holden Camira vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Camira weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1983 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Life |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
