1989 Holden Barina vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 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.
Because 1980 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Barina | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Barina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2410 mm |