1988 Holden Barina vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 9 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1110 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, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | Barina | T700 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 3140 mm |
