1991 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Barina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2250 mm |
