1988 Holden Barina vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 360 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 1999 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2470 mm |
