1988 Holden Barina vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Barina | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Barina | 930 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2510 mm |