1988 Holden Barina vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
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 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2340 mm |
