2007 Honda Element vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 940 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira. 1987 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Element | Camira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 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 |
