1988 Holden Barina vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 242 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 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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 Toyota Corona (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Corona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2530 mm |
