1987 Holden Barina vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 14 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 570 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 2001 Jensen SV-8 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 2001 Jensen SV-8. 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Barina | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2410 mm |
