2010 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 818 kg more than 1991 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Accord | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Barina |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2370 mm |
