1988 Holden Barina vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 170 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, 1988 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2440 mm |
