1990 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 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), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 317 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2500 mm |
