2004 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 71 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, 1988 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 1988 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Camira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
