1994 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1210 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.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
