1991 Holden Barina vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1263 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.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
