1996 Honda Today vs. 1984 Holden Camira

To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 12 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today 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:

1996 Honda Today 1984 Holden Camira
Make Honda Holden
Model Today Camira
Year Released 1996 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1670 mm


 

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