1986 Holden Barina vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Holden Barina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Barina | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2290 mm |