1981 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina.
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, 1994 Holden Barina (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic. 1994 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Barina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
