1984 Holden Camira vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 148 kg more than 1984 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
