1981 Toyota Carina vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1985 Holden Barina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Carina weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina. 1985 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Carina | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Carina | Barina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2250 mm |
