1986 Holden Barina vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1625 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Barina | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Barina | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2855 mm |
