1986 Holden Barina vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 9 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 780 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 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Barina | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Serena |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2740 mm |
