1987 Holden Barina vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Barina weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Today |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
