1984 Holden Camira vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Camira | 1999 Honda Insight | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Camira | Insight |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |