1987 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 799 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barina | Passat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2720 mm |
