1987 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 22 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 635 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Barina | A |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2570 mm |
