1987 Acura Integra vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1987 Acura Integra is newer by 2 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 1987 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina. 1985 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1987 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1987 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Acura Integra | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | Integra | Barina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4285 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1665 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2250 mm |
