1985 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Barina | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2620 mm |
