1988 Holden Camira vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 406 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.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Camira | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
