1994 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 578 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
