1989 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 18 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 550 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Barina | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2540 mm |
