1987 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 750 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Barina | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2580 mm |
