1989 Holden Barina vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 1992 Lexus SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 892 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 1992 Lexus SC 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 1992 Lexus SC. 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, 1992 Lexus SC (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 1992 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Barina | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2700 mm |
