1988 Holden Barina vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Accord weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 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, 1984 Honda Accord (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Barina | 1984 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2460 mm |