1997 Honda NSX vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 768 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina. 1990 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Barina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2250 mm |
