1988 Holden Camira vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Camira | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | NSX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
