1987 Holden Barina vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 737 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Barina | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Barina | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2270 mm |