1997 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1986 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Barina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2250 mm |
