1986 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 21 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 815 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 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Barina | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Barina | Frontier |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 3200 mm |