1993 Honda Legend vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 820 kg more than 1988 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Legend | Barina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
