2002 Acura CL vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 540 kg more than 1982 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | CL | Camira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
