1988 Holden Barina vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 490 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |