1989 Holden Barina vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 708 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.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Barina | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2640 mm |
