2002 Honda Life vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
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, 1991 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Life | Barina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
