1989 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 820 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 3010 mm |
