2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | CR-V | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2250 mm |
