1989 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 284 kg more than 1985 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira. 1985 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1985 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Camira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
