1988 Holden Barina vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 7 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Argento Viva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2560 mm |
