1990 Holden Barina vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda City weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 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, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Barina | 2000 Honda City | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | City |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2510 mm |