1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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 (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Berlina | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
