1990 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2003 Holden Barina | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | NSX | Barina |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |