1988 Holden Barina vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 20 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 437 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, 2008 Nissan Note (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Note |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2610 mm |
