1989 Holden Barina vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2510 mm |
