1985 Holden Barina vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 9 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 510 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Barina | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Barina | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2590 mm |