1985 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 475 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 RunX (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX 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 RunX | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | RunX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2610 mm |
