1988 Holden Barina vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina.
Because 1998 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2530 mm |
