1988 Holden Barina vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 570 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 2010 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | 3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2639 mm |
