1981 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 962 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.
Because 1981 Buick Electra 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 1981 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1991 Holden Barina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Barina |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2250 mm |