1988 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 19 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1305 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 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 3120 mm |
