1983 Holden Camira vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 950 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.
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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
