1988 Holden Barina vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 4 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
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, 1992 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Barina | 19 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2550 mm |
