1988 Holden Barina vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 15 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 944 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, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barina | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2850 mm |
