1969 Buick GS vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 1987 Holden Barina is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 900 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina. 1987 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | GS | Barina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2250 mm |
