2009 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 143 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.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1989 Holden Camira | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Camira |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |