1985 Holden Barina vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 395 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.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Barina | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Barina | 405 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2680 mm |
