1985 Holden Barina vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1985 Holden Barina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Barina | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2510 mm |
