1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 574 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Berlina | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |