1989 Honda Integra vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1989 Honda Integra and 1989 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Integra weights approximately 280 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.
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, 1989 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina. 1989 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 1989 Holden Barina | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Integra | Barina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2250 mm |