1994 Holden Barina vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 19 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1176 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1994 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1994 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2775 mm |
