1987 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 710 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina. 2009 Subaru Impreza 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. 2009 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Barina | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2630 mm |
