1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 1987 Holden Barina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1385 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.
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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1987 Holden Barina | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
Model | Toronado | Barina |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2250 mm |