1970 Toyota Crown vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1970 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Crown | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Crown | Barina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
