1988 Holden Camira vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 1988 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Camira | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Insight |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
