1986 Holden Barina vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 260 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 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Barina | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Barina | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2210 mm |
