1989 Holden Barina vs. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 11 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2000 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barina | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
