1988 Holden Barina vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 50 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.
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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2440 mm |
