1992 Holden Barina vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Holden Barina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 144 kg more than 1992 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Barina | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |