1987 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 22 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 1220 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.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Element |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2580 mm |
