1992 Honda CRX vs. 1992 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1992 Honda CRX and 1992 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX weights approximately 264 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, 1992 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina. 1992 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda CRX | 1992 Holden Barina | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | CRX | Barina |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |