1988 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 432 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barina | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2580 mm |
