1989 Holden Barina vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 734 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | NSX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2630 mm |
