2006 Honda Element vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Element | Camira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
