1988 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 18 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2680 mm |
