1987 Holden Barina vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 17 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. Both 1987 Holden Barina and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon are equipped with a 1,324 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Barina | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2350 mm |
