1991 Holden Barina vs. 2000 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2000 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 672 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 2000 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
