1988 Holden Camira vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 21 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 411 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Camira | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
