1986 Holden Barina vs. 1994 Nissan President

To start off, 1994 Nissan President is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina. 1994 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Holden Barina 1994 Nissan President
Make Holden Nissan
Model Barina President
Year Released 1986 1994
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 4494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 267 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2250 mm 3040 mm


 

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