1989 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 780 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 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Auris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2610 mm |
