1987 Holden Barina vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 635 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Barina | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2720 mm |