2007 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 688 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 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina. 1990 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2250 mm |
