1988 Holden Barina vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 22 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 1030 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Barina | A5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2751 mm |
