2007 Acura TSX vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1986 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | TSX | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2250 mm |
