1988 Holden Barina vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi 400 weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1999 Venturi 400 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 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | Barina | 400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2500 mm |
