2002 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 630 kg more than 1994 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina. 1994 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Barina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
