1990 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 318 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2460 mm |
