2000 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Barina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2250 mm |
