1987 Holden Camira vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 226 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira.
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, 1987 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Camira | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Insight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
