1985 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 AC Cobra 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 1985 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Barina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2250 mm |
