1985 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 805 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Barina | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2760 mm |
