1989 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 175 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, 1989 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Holden | Daihatsu |
| Model | Barina | Charade |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2500 mm |
