1988 Holden Barina vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 878 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 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Barina | Outback |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2740 mm |
