1988 Holden Barina vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Barina | Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2590 mm |
