1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Argento Viva has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Argento Viva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Argento Viva | Camira |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
