1989 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 670 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Barina | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Barina | Colt |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2960 mm |