1986 Holden Barina vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 795 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 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega. 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 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Barina | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Barina | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2740 mm |
