1986 Holden Camira vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
