1998 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Holden Barina
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 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, 1998 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina. 1993 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1993 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Barina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
