1988 Holden Barina vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 885 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 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Barina | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Barina | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2700 mm |